Network Engineer ‐ Mid (Somerville)

DescriptionSAIC Inc. has an immediate opportunity for a Network Engineer – Mid requiring a Position of Public Trust clearance located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Must have at least 3 to 5 years of related experience managing data networks, possessing extensive skills and knowledge in network design, architecture, troubleshooting, and management. Must have experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Palo Alto firewall, Cisco Firepower VPN, Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNAC). IPV6, F5s, DHCP, DNS, VPN, MPLS, MTIPS, Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), routing, switching, and Out-of-Band (OOB) networks, cloud infrastructure, and firewall management. The successful candidate is a team player, able to effectively manage their time, willing to learn new technologies, and work with limited supervision. In addition, the qualified candidate will work with other Information Technology team members to ensure continuous network operations. Job Role Specific Requirements:· Performs day-to-day activities required to manage data services, such as network design, implementation, and management, to include troubleshooting of complex network issues. · Provide direct support to other departments regarding network operational issues· Performs installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrading of network infrastructure as required· Works with all application owners and other IT stakeholders to build and support a scalable, efficient, and stable network· Research, plan, design, and implement network technologies using industry best practices to ensure network operations meet business and technical requirements· Assist internal business units in collecting and documenting network requirements· Assists in developing network policies, procedures, and change management for network operations· Work with the virtualization group to develop, configure, and manage networking requirements to ensure interoperability between both physical and virtualization environments· Participate in Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity teamQualificationsTop Qualifications, Skills, Experience or Certifications: Knowledge of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)Palo Alto firewall, Cisco Firepower VPN, Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNAC), IPV6, CISCO Equipment, FirewallsAny CISCO training and certificationBachelor’s Degree requiredPreferred skills and qualifications:Must have 3 to 5 years of related experience managing data networks, possessing extensive skills and knowledge in network design, architecture, troubleshooting, and management.Solid understanding of Cisco routers and switches, firewalls, etc.Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Knowledge of internal and external routing protocols, e.g. EIGRP and BGP, QoSExperience converting from IPV4 to IPV6Experience with Virtualization networking technologies preferredComprehensive experience troubleshooting network issues that impact user’s productivityUnderstand and support of VoIP services. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential for this position with the ability to work effectively with end-users, IT peers and managersMust have excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 poundsOther:Must be able to complete “eApp National Background Investigation Services (NBIS)” form.Note: Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder who has resided in the U.S. for at least 3 years and the ability to obtain a public trustJob Field: Information TechnologyTravel: No